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Trichostrongyloidea

Trichostrongyloidea is a superfamily of parasitic nematodes that primarily infect the gastrointestinal tract of vertebrates, including livestock and wildlife. These nematodes are of significant veterinary importance due to their impact on animal health and productivity.

Taxonomy

The superfamily Trichostrongyloidea belongs to the order Strongylida. It includes several families, such as:

Each family contains numerous genera and species that are adapted to specific hosts and environments.

Life Cycle

The life cycle of Trichostrongyloidea nematodes typically involves direct transmission from host to host. The eggs are passed in the feces of the infected host and develop into infective third-stage larvae (L3) in the environment. These larvae are then ingested by a new host, where they mature into adults in the gastrointestinal tract.

Pathogenesis

Trichostrongyloidea infections can cause a range of clinical signs in infected animals, including diarrhea, weight loss, and reduced growth rates. The severity of the disease depends on factors such as the species of nematode, the host's immune status, and the level of infection.

Control and Treatment

Control of Trichostrongyloidea infections involves a combination of anthelmintic treatments and management practices to reduce exposure to infective larvae. Rotational grazing and strategic deworming are commonly used strategies.

Related Pages

References

Anderson, R. C. (2000). Nematode Parasites of Vertebrates: Their Development and Transmission. CABI Publishing.
Gasser, R. B., & Newton, S. E. (2000). Genomic and genetic research on bursate nematodes: significance, implications and prospects. International Journal for Parasitology, 30(4), 509-534.

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-'''Trichostrongyloidea''' is a superfamily of [[nematodes]] that are commonly found in the intestines of various [[mammals]], including humans. They are part of the larger order of [[Strongylida]], and are known for their role in causing various diseases in both humans and animals.
+== Trichostrongyloidea ==
-== Overview ==
+[[File:L3_stage_larva_of_C._oncophora._Courtesy_of_Russel_Avramenko.jpeg|thumb|L3 stage larva of C. oncophora]]
-The Trichostrongyloidea superfamily includes several families and genera, such as [[Trichostrongylidae]], [[Cooperiidae]], and [[Haemonchidae]]. These nematodes are typically small, thin, and hair-like in appearance, hence the name "trichostrongyloidea", which comes from the Greek words for "hair" and "round".
+'''Trichostrongyloidea''' is a superfamily of parasitic [[nematodes]] that primarily infect the gastrointestinal tract of [[vertebrates]], including [[livestock]] and [[wildlife]]. These nematodes are of significant veterinary importance due to their impact on animal health and productivity.
+== Taxonomy ==
+The superfamily Trichostrongyloidea belongs to the order [[Strongylida]]. It includes several families, such as:
+* [[Trichostrongylidae]]
+* [[Haemonchidae]]
+* [[Molineidae]]
+Each family contains numerous genera and species that are adapted to specific hosts and environments.
 == Life Cycle ==
-The life cycle of Trichostrongyloidea involves several stages, including egg, four larval stages, and adult. The eggs are passed out in the feces of the host, and the larvae develop in the environment. The third larval stage is the infective stage, which can be ingested by a new host. Once inside the host, the larvae mature into adults in the intestines, where they feed on the host's blood and tissue.
-== Diseases ==
+The life cycle of Trichostrongyloidea nematodes typically involves direct transmission from host to host. The eggs are passed in the feces of the infected host and develop into infective third-stage larvae (L3) in the environment. These larvae are then ingested by a new host, where they mature into adults in the gastrointestinal tract.
-Trichostrongyloidea are responsible for a number of diseases in humans and animals. In humans, they can cause [[trichostrongyliasis]], a disease characterized by abdominal pain, diarrhea, and anemia. In animals, they can cause diseases such as [[ostertagiosis]] in cattle and [[haemonchosis]] in sheep.
+== Pathogenesis ==
+Trichostrongyloidea infections can cause a range of clinical signs in infected animals, including diarrhea, weight loss, and reduced growth rates. The severity of the disease depends on factors such as the species of nematode, the host's immune status, and the level of infection.
+== Control and Treatment ==
+Control of Trichostrongyloidea infections involves a combination of [[anthelmintic]] treatments and management practices to reduce exposure to infective larvae. Rotational grazing and strategic deworming are commonly used strategies.
-== Treatment and Control ==
+== Related Pages ==
-Treatment for Trichostrongyloidea infections typically involves the use of anthelmintic drugs, such as [[ivermectin]] or [[albendazole]]. Control measures include regular deworming of animals and proper sanitation to prevent contamination of food and water sources.
-== See Also ==
+* [[Nematode]]
-* [[Nematoda]]
 * [[Parasitology]]
-* [[Zoonosis]]
+* [[Veterinary medicine]]
+== References ==
+* Anderson, R. C. (2000). ''Nematode Parasites of Vertebrates: Their Development and Transmission''. CABI Publishing.
+* Gasser, R. B., & Newton, S. E. (2000). Genomic and genetic research on bursate nematodes: significance, implications and prospects. ''International Journal for Parasitology'', 30(4), 509-534.
 [[Category:Parasitic nematodes]]
 [[Category:Veterinary parasitology]]
-[[Category:Medical parasitology]]
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